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5 unique destinations in Magma Geopark
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Last updated 2024-01-30
The five municipalities in Magma UNESCO Global Geopark are packed with unique and authentic experiences! Take a walk in the moonlike landscape, admire traditional wooden houses, experience coastal culture, visit our famous selfie spots Trollpikken and Brufjell, or check out the iconic houses built under the mountain wall in Helleren. There is a lot to look forward to here!
Destination Bjerkreim
Bjerkreim offers magnificent nature and unforgettable hiking experiences - and so much more than you expect! Here are some highlights you will not want to miss: Vinjakula which is the highest peak in Magma Geopark, Northern Europe's largest scree Gloppedalsura, Bjerkreimselva - one of the best salmon rivers in Norway and winter paradise Stavtjørn. What about a boat trip with Ørsdølen, a guided trip to Ørsdalen mines and or tasting local food? Check out other exciting activities that await you in Bjerkreim.
Visit Egersund
Egersund offers a wide selection of great opportunities to experience the coast, town, forest and mountains - all in one day! Explore moonlike landscape on the way to the world-famous Trollpikken, get inspired by the wild coast as you approach Eigerøy lighthouse on the horizon and return to the town center to admire the well preserved colourful and traditional wooden houses. Delightful experiences and unforgettable activities await - only one hour away from Stavanger.
Selected experiences in Eigersund
Experience Flekkefjord
Flekkefjord - where the south meets the west. Enjoy unique experiences in this picturesque small town. Here you can experience everything from charming wooden houses, exciting street art, iconic selfie spots, quaint niche shops, draisin cycling, coastal culture and restaurants - there are many reasons to visit this southern pearl.
Selected experiences in Flekkefjord
Cycling
Flekkefjordbanen
Magma UNESCO Global Geopark
Welcome to Flekkefjordbanen and our rail biking trips! This is a perfect activity, whether you are visiting with your family, a group of friends, or are ready for a teambuilding day with your colleagues.
City sightseeing
Dutch Quarter
Magma UNESCO Global Geopark
The Dutch Quarter in Flekkefjord is the charming area where traditional meets modern. The old part of the city is known for its wooden, white, historical houses and narrow cobblestone streets. As a beautiful contrast, more than 30 pieces of street art are spread around the city and most of them are seen in the historical Dutch Quarter.
On your own
Hidra
Magma UNESCO Global Geopark
In order to get to the gorgeous island Hidra, you need to go on a 10-minute ferry ride. The ferry pier is located close to Flekkefjord. Hidra has about 600 inhabitants and is a popular place to visit for both Norwegians and international visitors. Check out the charming outposts, go bathing, or fishing amid idyllic islets and reefs.
Visit Sokndal
A tiny place with great experiences! You are welcome to coastal culture, listed wooden houses, salmon rivers, inland waters, sea, marked hiking trails in majestic nature. Get fascinated by dramatic nature with steep mountains in Jøssingfjord, or simply relax and enjoy the good life in Sogndalstrand. Motorsport enthusiasts can look forward to testing out the new race track at Kroheia. Stay the night at the cultural hotel, campsite or maybe in a hammock?
Selected experiences in Sokndal
Lund
Lund is known for majestic nature in all three villages; Moi, Heskjestad and Hovsherad. All the villages have good starting points for outstanding hikes with diverse cultural monuments. Sætra is a paradise for winter activities, with both toboggan run, light trail and groomed ski trails to Gauksomhytta and Sandstøl. A guided tour to old mining sites at Gursli and Liland will leave you impressed. How about a trip up Tronåsen? - spectacular! Lund folk museum and cultural bank attracts visitors with its famous tasting of apple varieties. Lundevannet has a leisure boat center, several piers and bathing places, there are also opportunities for renting kayaks, canoes and other equipment.